Guitar Life
Why Practice Scales?
Why Practice Scales? Scale work is a basic part of many guitarists’ practice routine. Teachers routinely assign scales and talk about the importance of “the 5 positions” or “CAGED…
Happy African-American Music Appreciation Month! June is an exciting month for music enthusiasts and cultural appreciators alike, as it is recognized as African-American Music…
Play Guitar Like Albert King Albert King‘s guitar-playing style was a force to be reckoned with. He was one of the Three Kings of Blues, after all. King’s playing was…
The Flaming Lips Song Lesson Playlist The Flaming Lips, an American rock band hailing from Oklahoma City, has had an undeniable impact on the music industry and pop culture. With their…
Organizing Your Guitar Practice Time
Organizing Your Guitar Practice Time I hear frequently from students that they don’t know what to focus on, or how to organize their guitar practice time. There’s so much material out…
Dream Theater Song Lesson Playlist Dream Theater, the progressive metal band that has captivated audiences worldwide since 1985, stands as an unparalleled force in the world of music.…
AI in Music - Will It Replace Guitarists?
AI in Music - Will It Replace Guitarists? In recent years (especially in 2023), the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and music has captured the attention of both musicians…
Goo Goo Dolls Song Lesson Playlist Many of the bands we focus on in these song lesson blogs are well-known for their guitar riffs, interesting chord progressions, or cool rhythm parts.…
3 Tips For the Discouraged Adult Guitarist
3 Tips For the Discouraged Adult Guitarist Every musician gets discouraged sometimes. Let’s face it, the path of guitar is frustrating, especially when time is limited. If you don’t see…
Intro to Ukulele For Guitar Players As we transition from April into the warm month of May, many people have their minds focused on Mother’s Day, Cinco De Mayo, and Memorial Day. But…